Design Engineer

High Tech Genesis Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the photonics industry is seeking a Fiber Optics Design Engineer to join their PIC Design team. In this contract role, you will leverage your expertise to design high-performance optical devices and contribute to the development of next-gen optical networks. The ideal candidate will hold a Ph.D. in Photonics or an M.Sc. with relevant experience, and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are passionate about innovation, we want to hear from you.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Photonics or M.Sc. with proven work experience in photonics.
• Proficiency in complex optical, optoelectronic, or RF simulation tools.

Responsibilities

• Design lasers, optical amplifiers, modulators, and related components.
• Perform simulations of photonic components.
• Analyze R&D test results and connect them to theory and models.
• Communicate design decisions and test data.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication expertise

Agility

Initiative

Relationship building

Education

Ph.D. in Photonics

M.Sc. in Science or Engineering

Tools

Optical simulation tools

Job description

Location: Ottawa ON

Term: Contract

As a Fiber Optics Design Engineer working with the PIC Design team, you’ll help shape next-gen high-speed optical networks by combining deep theoretical knowledge with practical design skills to create high-performance, manufacturable photonic devices.

In this role, you will:

• Design lasers, optical amplifiers, modulators, and related components with a focus on performance, reliability, and ease of manufacturing

• Perform simulations of lasers, optical amplifiers, modulators, and related photonic components.

• Analyze and interpret R&D test results and connect them to the underlying physical theory and computer models.

• Be accountable for communicating clear and concise design decisions and related test data.

• Ph.D. in Photonics, or M.Sc. in Science or engineering coupled with proven work experience in the photonics field

• Proficiency in at least one complex optical, optoelectronic or RF simulation tool

Nice to have:

• Familiarity with photonic device testing and/or statistical analysis

• Familiarity with the III-V material system and fabrication processes

• Initiative – you’re a self-starter who works with limited direction and is committed to delivering against aggressive deadlines

• Agility– you are readily able to make key decisions and manage competing and ever-changing account priorities

• Communication expertise – you possess the ability to influence and tailor your message and ideas to ensure understanding and agreement

• The flexibility towork independentlyand aspart of a broader team – you thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment, but are comfortable working independently as required

• Relationship builder – with an innate ability to influence, you’re able to get work done through others

• Problem solver – you possess the ability to troubleshoot and identify solutions to complex problems

High Tech Genesis Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Diversity and inclusion are at the core of our values.

Please advise High Tech Genesis of any accommodation measures you may require.

Please be advised:

1. Applicants must have the legal right to work in Canada.

2. Kindly submit your resume in MS Word format upon application for this position.